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Question : In which state of India are Buddhist cave temples, Barabar Caves, located?

Option 1: West Bengal

Option 2: Sikkim

Option 3: Uttar Pradesh

Option 4: Bihar

Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Bihar


Solution : The correct option is Bihar.

The Barabar Caves, ancient Buddhist rock-cut cave temples, are located in the state of Bihar, India. These historic caves, dating back to the Maurya period, are known for their architectural significance and association with Emperor Ashoka.

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Question : Directions: Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
84 ÷ 6 + 16 – 14 × 2 = 10

Option 1: 6 and 14

Option 2: 2 and 84

Option 3: 10 and 14

Option 4: 6 and 10

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 6 and 14


Solution : Given:
84 ÷ 6 + 16 – 14 × 2 = 10

Let's check the given options –
First option: 6 and 14
On interchanging the numbers, we get –
84 ÷ 14 + 16 – 6 × 2 = 10
Solving the

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Question : The simple interest on a sum for 5 years is $\frac{3}{5}$th of the sum. The rate of interest per annum is:

Option 1: 10%

Option 2: 12%

Option 3: 8%

Option 4: $12\frac{1}{2}$%

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 12%


Solution : Let the principal be $x$.
⇒ Simple interest $=\frac{3x}{5}$
Also, Simple interest $=\frac{\text{Principal × Rate × Time}}{100}$
⇒ $\frac{3x}{5}=\frac{x×\ \text{Rate}\ ×5}{100}$
⇒ Rate $=\frac{3x×100}{5×x×5}$
$\therefore$ Rate = 12%
Hence, the correct answer is 12%.

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Question : 56 persons can repair a bridge in 20 days. If 14 more people join them, then the bridge can be repaired in:

Option 1: 18 days

Option 2: 12 days

Option 3: 16 days

Option 4: 14 days

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 16 days


Solution : Given,
56 persons can repair a bridge in 20 days.
We know that work = Total manpower × Total days
⇒ $M_1D_1= M_2D_2$
Here M1 = 56, D1 = 20, M2 = 70, D2 = $y$ (Let)
⇒ $56 ×

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Question : Directions: Select the option that will replace the question mark (?) in the given series.
78, 89, 82, 87, 84, ?

Option 1: 88

Option 2: 86

Option 3: 80

Option 4: 78

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 86


Solution : Given:
78, 89, 82, 87, 84, ?

Add and subtract alternately the decreasing order of prime numbers.
78 + 11 = 89; 89 – 7 = 82; 82 + 5 = 87; 87 – 3 = 84; 84 + 2 = 86

So, 86 is

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Question : The working of a dry cell is based on

Option 1: Decomposition reaction

Option 2: Spontaneous oxidation-reduction reaction

Option 3: Combination reaction

Option 4: Electrolysis

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Electrolysis


Solution : The correct option is Electrolysis.

The two quantitative laws known as Faraday's laws of electrolysis are used to express the magnitudes of electrolytic effects. According to the laws (I), the amount of chemical change brought about by current at an electrode-electrolyte boundary is proportional

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Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

At times he acted as viceroy in William's absence; at times he led the royal forces to ________ rebellions.

Option 1: scrutinize

Option 2: chastise

Option 3: compromise

Option 4: baptise

Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: chastise


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

Chastise means to punish or reprimand someone severely, often used in the context of disciplining or controlling unruly behaviour. In this context, it fits well with leading royal forces to punish or suppress rebellions.

Therefore, the complete sentence

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Question : Shri Deepak Mazumdar received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for the year_____.

Option 1: 2016

Option 2: 2019

Option 3: 2017

Option 4: 2018

Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 2018


Solution : The correct answer is 2018.

Shri Deepak Mazumdar received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2018. He is a Bharatnatyam dancer. The honour of the Akademi Award has been conferred since 1952. He is the founder and director of the Shiladhish Art and Research

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Question : Charkula is a famous dance form associated with which of the following states?

Option 1: Tamil Nadu

Option 2: Tripura

Option 3: Uttar Pradesh

Option 4: Andhra Pradesh

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh


Solution : The correct answer is Uttar Pradesh.

Charkula is a traditional dance indigenous to the Braj region in Uttar Pradesh. During this performance, women adorned in veils skilfully balanced elaborate multi-tiered wooden pyramids on their heads. The dance, accompanied by songs dedicated to Lord Krishna,

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Question : If a person travels a certain distance at a speed of 10 km/h and returns through the same route at a speed of 20 km/h, then what will be the average speed during the whole journey?

Option 1: $\frac{40}{3}$ km/h

Option 2: 15 km/h

Option 3: $\frac{10}{3}$ km/h

Option 4: $\frac{20}{3}$ km/h

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: $\frac{40}{3}$ km/h


Solution : Average Speed = $\frac{\text{Total Distance}}{\text{Total Time}}$
Let the distance be $D$ from either side (in kilometres).
For the forward journey at 10 km/h, the time taken is $\frac{D}{10}$​hours.
For the return journey at 20 km/h, The time taken is $\frac{D}{20}$​ hours.
The total time

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